High Purity 99% PVP/Polyvinylpyrrolidone
High Purity 99% PVP/Polyvinylpyrrolidone
- CAS:9003-39-8
- INCI:Polyvinylpyrrolidone
- Composition:Polyvinylpyrrolidone
- Appearance:White to off-white powder, bland odor
- Solubility:Soluble in water and alcoholic solvents (propanols, ethanol, glycerin), insoluble in oils and hydrocarbons
- Raw Material Source:N-vinylpyrrolidone
Products Description
PVP (polyvinylpyrrolidone) is a water soluble polymer with film forming properties. It is widely used in medicine (e.g. plasma volume expander or contact lenses). The molecular weight is K-90 (111.14 g/mol)
Benefits
- Effective thickening agent and film former for hair gels, hair sprays and adhesive powders and gels
- Usage level is limited only by viscosity
- Very pH stable, non-ionic and colorless
- Best when combined with carbomer or other thickeners to give stiffer hold in hair gels
- Acts also as a dispersant for titanium dioxide and organic pigments
Use
Typical use level 1-40%, about 4-7% in hair gels. Add to the water phase of formulations, hydrate & then mix well. For external use only.
Applications
Hair care products, adhesive film forming gels, color cosmetics.